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Local marketing tips for Hunt County businesses

Plain-English advice on websites, Google Maps, reviews and AI search, from a Greenville web designer who's been doing this since 2009.

Does ChatGPT recommend your business? How to check in 10 minutes

October 13, 2026

Does ChatGPT recommend your business? How to check in 10 minutes

More customers ask AI tools who to hire. Here's a simple way to see what ChatGPT, Gemini and Google's AI say about your business, and what to do if you're

Why your business listings need to match everywhere

October 6, 2026

Why your business listings need to match everywhere

An old phone number on one directory can cost you with Google and AI tools. Here's why consistent listings matter and how to clean them up.

How to rank on Google Maps in a small Texas town

September 29, 2026

How to rank on Google Maps in a small Texas town

In towns like Greenville, Commerce and Sulphur Springs, a few focused steps can move you into the Map Pack. Here's where to start.

How to get more Google reviews without being pushy

September 22, 2026

How to get more Google reviews without being pushy

Reviews help you rank and help customers choose you. Here's a simple, comfortable system for asking, plus how to reply to the good and the bad.

How much does a small business website cost in 2026?

September 15, 2026

How much does a small business website cost in 2026?

From DIY builders to custom sites, here's what small business websites really cost, what you get at each level, and the costs people forget.

7 signs your website is costing you customers

September 8, 2026

7 signs your website is costing you customers

An outdated website quietly sends customers to your competitors. Here are seven warning signs, and what to do about each one.

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